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Elegant Mountain Home - 3 bedroom / 2.5 Baths

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Markleeville, CA
  • Grover Hot Springs State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Heavenly Ski Resort
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Kirkwood Mountain Resort
    ‪105 min drive‬
  • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Secondary

1 Queen Bed

Secondary

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Floor Half Bath

Toilet

2nd Floor Secondary Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Elegant Mountain Home - 3 bedroom / 2.5 Baths

Get away from it all in Alpine County, the smallest county in California. With about 150 full time residents, and separated from the rest of California by the imposing Sierra Nevada , the county seat of Markleeville has developed a reputation as an outdoorsman paradise. Here enjoy the soothing sounds of nearby Markleeville Creek in the spring, the quaking aspen trees in the front yard, or head out to Grover Hot Springs for a rejuvenating soak.

This newer modern mountain home is full of woodsy detail and charm with plenty of light and large picture windows. Large wrap around deck with comfortable seating and BBQ for summer outdoor dining. Cherry floors, natural wood details, and comprehensive amenities, insure a comfortable mountain vacation experience you will not soon forget.

This home is located in the heart of rural Alpine County and is only 22 miles to Kirkwood and to Tahoe, 1 mile to downtown Markleeville, and 3 miles to Grover Hot Springs. Fish, Swim, Kayak or raft, in the nearby East Fork of the Carson River, numerous hiking trails starting at your front door, rock climbing at Woodfords Canyon, explore the old mining districts, and just get away from it all.

Available May 1st through November 30th, this home is well equipped for your spring, summer, or fall vacation plans.

The house sleeps 8 in beds.

Alpine County Transient Occupancy Certificate No: 12-08
Occupant/Tenant shall at all times comply with all laws including but not limited to Alpine County Code Chapter 18.73 - Residential Short Term Rental Standards

Property manager

Ben Smith

Languages

English

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Kitchen
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Dryer
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Outdoor space
Parking available

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    House Rules

    Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
    Minimum age to rent: 30
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    Children

    Children allowed: ages 0–17
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    Events

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    Pets

    No pets allowed
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    Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
    Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
    Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a deadlock
    Property Registration Number 12-08

    About the area

    Markleeville

    Located in Markleeville, this holiday home is in the mountains. Heavenly Ski Resort and Iron Horse Ski Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grover Hot Springs State Park and Carson River. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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    Markleeville, CA

    What's nearby

    • Markleeville Art Gallery - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
    • Grover Hot Springs State Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
    • Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe - 46 min drive - 55.4 km
    • Heavenly Ski Resort - 46 min drive - 53.9 km
    • Kirkwood Mountain Resort - 105 min drive - 72.0 km

    Getting around

    • Lake Tahoe, CA (TVL) - 36 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Mad Dog Cafe - ‬11 min drive
    • ‪Cutthroat Markleeville - ‬3 min drive
    • ‪Stonefly - ‬3 min drive
    • ‪Wolf Creek Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
    • ‪The Deli - ‬3 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Elegant Mountain Home - 3 bedroom / 2.5 Baths pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    Where is Elegant Mountain Home - 3 bedroom / 2.5 Baths located?

    Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Grover Hot Springs State Park and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Carson River. Turtle Rock County Park is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) away.

    Reviews

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    Exceptional

    Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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    Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
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    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

    9.6/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Check-in

    10/10

    Communication

    10/10

    Location

    10/10

    Listing accuracy

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Kathryn S.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Markleeville

    Cozy home away in a place we love
    Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Tom Q.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Amazing Cabin and Property

    The pictures do not do it justice. Fully stocked with all the amenities. Just up the road from natural hot springs and the charming town of Markleeville. The owner was very responsive and understanding to some last-minute requests.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Elizabeth S., San Francisco, CA

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Markleeville Hideout

    this is a wonderful spot, just up the road from "town." The home is beautiful and has the feeling of being lived in and loved. Cooking in this kitchen is a five star review! very nice. and the second best part is the very large (10' wide) window in the master bedroom. Owner/manager is quite responsive which was an added bonus!
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Sarah L.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Comfortable, Quiet Home in the Forest

    The four of.us stayed for three nights and this lovely spot surpassed our expectations. Wonderfully appointed with a fantastic porch in the trees. Highly recommend.
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Sherry D.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Wonderful stay

    Enjoyed our staff and house was very well stocked for all our needs. Quiet location very convenient to many of our excursions.
    Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

    8/10 Good

    Lorraine B., No. California

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Enjoyable Stay

    My family enjoyed their time at the house. The kitchen had enough dishes for our large family and we could all eat at the large table. Communication with Ben was excellent. He responded quickly to my inquiries. He checked on us couple of times to make sure we were doing well. He really showed he cared that we would enjoy our time there. We went fishing in the area and did a hike at Grover Hot Springs Park. The house is in a nice neighborhood where we took evening walks. Thank you, Ben, for sharing your home.
    Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Carlos P.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Very beautiful house

    Very clean and beautiful, we hope to come back
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Anita R., Alameda

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Beautiful home in great location

    Gorgeous, well appointed “mountain cabin” living area and lots of beds upstairs, just a couple miles from Grover Hot Springs SP and close to Markleevile. Perfect for our family gathering!
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Denise S.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Wedding gathering

    This property worked well for friends from afar to gather. Room to be alone or together. Could use a few more amenities in the bedrooms, mirrors, better lighting , and closet space ( master closet was full of owner's stuff). Towels need replacing. Otherwise it was just fine.
    Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Quinn W.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Marklevillee Mountain Home

    The house was everything I expected and more. There was a high quality barbecue, full kitchen with everything we needed ,and comfortable sleeping arrangements. The owner was very helpful with all questions and I would recommend this place for anyone interested in great hiking or just soaking inthe near by mineral pool.

    10/10 Excellent

    Marlyce M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Mountain retreat

    Great place to stay while visiting the mountains.
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Judy I.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Family Getaway During Death Ride Weekend

    We were looking for lodging for the 2019 Death Ride bicycle event and found this large house close to the start in Markleeville. Booking was a breeze and the owner was easy to contact for questions as the date approached. We invited our kids and grandkids and found the home to be comfortable and family friendly for our 3 day stay. The kitchen is terrific and the views of forest are relaxing. We would definitely rent this house again.

    10/10 Excellent

    Hai H.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Quiet and nice neighborhood

    A very neat and clean place to stay in and we have a great time there. There is plenty of room to hang around and have a complete set of utensils for cooking.
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    mary h.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Great house. If going to the Hot Springs, prrfect location.

    Evrrything you need for a great stsy in this house.
    Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Silvina S.

    Súper!!!

    Great place!! Ben observed every detail so that our stay is wonderful! This is our place every time when we come here!!!!
    Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

    10/10 Excellent

    thomas w.

    the house was perfect

    the house was perfect for our family gathering. very well laid out, lots of options for sleeping arrangements and places to hang out. the owner was very responsive and helpful. we will definitely look for an excuse to stay here again!
    Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

    10/10 Excellent

    Jacqueline S.

    Great cabin, great location

    This home offers everything you need to relax and enjoy your time away from home. The scenery is beautiful. There are wonderful surprises inside!
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

    10/10 Excellent

    Peri d.

    Beautiful house, well furnished kitchen, great location!

    This was a great home for a family vacation weekend. Close to hikes, state parks, fishing, and Alpine lakes.
    Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

    10/10 Excellent

    Jay F., Folsom

    Great Getaway in Markleeville

    Very nice property in a beautiful part of California. We were impressed by the place. Anyone who enjoys the Sierra, its unique environment and outdoor activities will find this place a great base for daily outings.
    Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
    This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

    10/10 Excellent

    Debra K.

    Perfect

    This was the 2nd Thanksgiving myself, my husband and our adopted family (friends) spent at this home. We had a blast. The kitchen makes entertaining a large crowd a pleasure. The appliances, utensils and bakeware/cookware are all high quality and well stocked. While I do bring some things from home (like a large turkey roasting pan, and extra large serving bowls) to do a more formal dinner, most people serving casual meals will find everything they need to feed a group, including a large number of place settings. The house is cozy, and warm, and is easy for a small - medium group to spread out and enjoy themselves. Lovely dark wood trim gives this place a nice feel. The surrounding area never disappoints, if you are an outdoorsy sort of person. So many beautiful areas to see whether just driving or doing serious hiking. Garnerville is about 25 minutes away for large quantity or specific provisions, and the Markleeville store has a great selection of odds and ends which a person may need. I highly recommend this rental. Ben is a pleasure to work with, and checking in/out is a snap, and very user friendly. Thanks, Ben, for another fantastic trip. We are yet again, already talking about next year.
    Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017
    This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

    10/10 Excellent

    Debra K.

    The best Thanksgiving week ever!!

    Our party visited Ben's place during the week of Thanksgiving. Amazing time of year to visit. We had such a variety of weather that every taste in weather was presented. We had sunny lovely days, windy, blustery, fall like days, rain, and 6" of snow. We hiked, we enjoyed the large and well stocked kitchen, we sang to the classic music provided by the record collection, we put together a puzzle and enjoyed the fire. On day three, several in our party were already discussing "when we come back next year....." Ben was super easy to work with, answered all my questions thoroughly and thoughtfully, and getting into the home was a piece of cake. The space of the home is undersold in the pictures; it's much roomy than it appears. Lots of extra blankets too. We walked down Hot Springs Road a ways to the west at night, and the view of the Milky Way was amazing. This home is a great value, I highly recommend it if you are seeking to stay in this area.
    Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2016
    This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

    10/10 Excellent

    Philip B., Oakland, CA

    Wonderful Alpine County House

    Our group loved this woodsy cabin set among the Aspen trees in the small town of Markleeville. The house was beautiful and comfortable. It is close to great hiking, biking, swimming, and hot springs without being in the crowds at Lake Tahoe. I highly recommend this house. And Ben the owner was very responsive and helpful.
    Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016
    This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

    10/10 Excellent

    Jim B.

    Charming and Comfortable

    My friends and I stayed at this Markleeville home for the 4th of July weekend, and we were very comfortable there. The downstairs is laid out perfectly for gathering and entertaining. The kitchen has a big central island which makes it easy for friends to sit and visit while others cook. Nice modern appliances and cookware, make the place feel like someone's home and not a rental. The kitchen opens onto the dining room and sunken living room, which has enough space for several adults to gather comfortably. There is a great collection of vinyl records and several toys to keep children under 10 entertained. We spent a lot of time on the deck, barbequing and enjoying the warm summer evening. The house is slightly off the beaten path, in the woods. Other houses are visible, but it certainly feels private. About a 5 minute drive to "downtown" Markleeville and about 30 minutes to Kirkwood. Some other great mountain lakes are within an hour's drive. I would definitely recommend this place for a weekend getaway, and we my group hopes to return next year. Best Regards, Jim Brenza
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
    This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

    10/10 Excellent

    Ilsa B., United States

    Perfect house for our fall getaway

    My family and I loved our stay at this house in Markleeville. We came to see fall colors in the area and there was a beautiful grove of aspen right in front of the house that we admired the whole time. The location was perfect - close to many good hikes - a few that you can do right from the house. The property itself is peaceful and there was plenty of room for our group of 5 adults and 2 kids. Great kitchen, nice open feeling to the downstairs, and comfortable bedrooms upstairs. We felt at home here right away. Thanks for a wonderful weekend stay - we hope to be back again next year!
    This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

    10/10 Excellent

    andros p.

    Peace and quiet - top quality

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The property exceeded our expectations based on the description. In particular, it is equipped with everything needed for a trouble-free and pleasant stay. It is a high quality property with attention to detail. Nothing cheap about it. You will be satisfied with its simple elegance.

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